Sweet Potato Recipes: 5 Flavourful Indian Dishes To Try At Home

By Shreya Sarpal

September 19, 2025

Shakarkandi, or sweet potato, is loved across India for its earthy taste. Recipes range from crispy tikkis and tangy chaats to creamy halwa, adding warmth and flavour to every meal.

Sweet Potato Chaat

Boiled sweet potatoes tossed with spices, lemon juice, chutneys, and pomegranate for a tangy, street-style snack.

Sweet Potato Curry

Soft sweet potato cubes cooked with onions, tomatoes, coconut milk, or yoghurt, spiced with Indian masalas.

Sweet Potato Cutlet in Gravy

Fried or baked sweet potato cutlets simmered in a rich onion-tomato gravy.

Roasted Sweet Potato Masala

Oven-roasted sweet potato chunks tossed with Indian spices and coriander.